ACTORS STILL DOING THE WORK, JUST NOW DOING IT DIFFERENTLY
“I never imagined myself teaching classes online. And then when the COVID situation forced us to shut down our studio about a week later, I knew we needed to keep going,” said Ben Ratner, who has students tuning in from Vancouver, Washington state, Los Angeles, Australia and the U.K. https://vancouversun.com/entertainment/local-arts/actors-still-doing-the-work-just-now-doing-it-differently/
ALAN AYCKBOURN: STREAMING 'JUST ISN'T THEATRE'
Sir Alan, known for plays such as The Norman Conquests, A Chorus of Disapproval and Bedroom Farce, is not a fan of watching productions on a screen. While he thinks it reminds people who like theatre that it is still an "enjoyable process", for anyone "coming new to theatre through streaming", he fears what is special is "lost". https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-52720156
THIS IS NOT A RHETORICAL QUESTION: NEOLIBERAL IDENTITY POLITICS IN CURRENT CASTING PRACTICES
Identity politics has been taken over by this politics of inclusion, and this politic lacks a structural critique of capitalism and therefore operates in reaction to what is considered the normative center. https://howlround.com/not-rhetorical-question
We actors must adapt to this new frontier of working online, whether we’ve used it before or have only just discovered its need since the onset of COVID-19.
REASONS YOU'RE NOT FINDING SUCCESS ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Social media can leave you feeling frustrated and overwhelmed. We’ve all been there at some point. Change how you think about your social and it can be a fun way to express yourself and move your career forward.
ROGUES WEST ACTORS STUDIO - ROGUE ON! ONLINE CLASSES
Discover the e-connection groove – Rogues West classes are on online!
In our June session, choose from MEISNER, FILM, and SCENE WORK. Experience e-connectivity and enhance your training with new online skills! Email us to audit for free.
Connect with us as we navigate these challenging times while maintaining relationship to our community. rogueswest@gmail.com | www.rogueswest.ca
BIZ STUDIO: ONLINE PROFESSIONAL FILM+TV ACTING CLASSES FOR KIDS+TEENS
Biz Studio has a seventeen-year track record of training young actors who work regularly in film and television.
Classes are like small-group personal training, and take a maximum of six students so that instructors can work with each actor to give them what they need. This is the place for young actors ready to take their work to the next level! http://www.bizstudio.ca/classes
DIALECT COACHING - TONY ALCANTAR
Hollywood producers trust Tony with their stars: Oscar winners Mel Gibson, Halle Berry, Billy Bob Thornton, Emmy winner Martin Freeman plus A-listers Sam Rockwell, Vince Vaughn, Joel Edgerton, Bob Odenkirk, Nathan Fillion, Stellan Skarsgard and MANY MORE. You can trust him too.
* Tony is Vancouver's #1 dialect coach recommended by agents and casting directors. Learn with confidence the most requested accents and dialects for the Vancouver market.
Book that role!
Contact: 604-418-1192, info@tonyalcantardialect.com, www.tonyalcantar.com
JOIN OUR ONLINE AUDITION CLASSES NOW AT TRICITIES FILM STUDIO
Get ready for: ONLINE AUDITIONS! with industry vets David Lewis & Lisa Durupt. Located on the Burnaby Coquitlam border, Tricities Film Studio now offers Online classes for all ages, along with a professional taping studio & audition coaching 7 days a week. With a sports minded approach to acting, students learn to efficiently come up with a game plan, focus on their strengths and work on their weaknesses. When you are part of a team not only do you thrive, YOU HAVE FUN!
Visit TRICITIESFILMSTUDIO.COM Or Call 604-937-9337 for details.
UPCOMING EVENTS
INDIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL | DIGITAL SEASON
May 16 – July 18
From Grammy Award-winning musicians to emerging poets, razor sharp economists to visionary environmental warriors, this year’s programming spans literary dialogues, intellectual debates, musical performances, and interactive culinary experiences. https://www.indiansummerfest.ca
VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL
May 26 – 31
We’re thrilled to announce our first ever online Kids Fest Pop Up! Parents, children and teachers will be able to take part in daily online events that will delight, engage, and entertain. It’s all free and parking will be a breeze! https://www.childrensfestival.ca
SHOWCASE BC
Showcasebc.ca is the online hub where livestreams by recipients and many other performances from all of those creators working in B.C.’s creative industries can be submitted and shared. https://showcasebc.ca/
BC CULTURE ONLINE
Whether you’re a parent looking for a way to spark home learning, an educator wanting access to new online resources, or someone who just love arts, culture, and heritage, you’ll find a world of culture on CultureOnline.ca. From musicians giving free concerts from their living rooms, to private online tours through museums, BC’s culture sector is showing that even when we can’t leave our houses, #CultureDoesntStop. https://cultureonline.ca
SOCIAL DISTANCING FESTIVAL
The Social Distancing Festival is an online artist’s community made to celebrate and showcase the work of the many artists around the world who have been affected by the need for social distancing that has come about due to the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19). https://www.socialdistancingfestival.com
